Do You Suffer From Binge Eating Disorder?

There are many people who suffer from Binge Eating Disorder and it is not something to be taken lightly. Binge Eating Disorder can lead to serious health issues such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease and more…

What is Binge Eating Disorder?

Binge Eating Disorder Definition: This is a serious eating disorder. Those who suffer from this disorder eat large amounts of food and feel incapable of stopping. While many people do overeat occasionally, binge eaters do so excessively to where it becomes a regular occurrence and is uncontrollable.

“Almost everyone overeats on occasion, such as having seconds or thirds of a holiday meal. But for some people, excessive overeating that feels out of control and becomes a regular occurrence crosses the line to binge-eating disorder.” — mayoclinic.org

Causes of Binge Eating Disorder

Binge Eating Disorder can have several causes and there is no one exact cause that can be solely held accountable. The causes of Binge Eating Disorder are:

Those who suffer from the mentioned causes of Binge Eating Disorder may not fully realize what triggers set them off, what the underlying causes of their struggle are, or what steps are needed to overcome this life threatening issue. And consequently, if not addressed, these causes can continue to take a toll on their health and life expectancy for many years.

Binge Eating Disorder Related Issues

Some issues that can be caused if the Binge Eating Disorder is not taken care of include:

Hypertension

Type 2 Diabetes

Joint and Muscle Pain

Depression

Anxiety

Insomnia

Sleep Apnea

Obesity

Preventable Early Death

How Bariatric Surgery and Other Treatment Can Help

Bariatric Surgery can prove to be a highly effective tool in overcoming Binge Eating Disorder. Gastric sleeve surgery can eliminate the feeling of hunger, which can reduce chances of overeating since your body may not crave food. However, because Binge Eating Disorder can be a disorder that is not tied directly to hunger, but more so emotions, it is possible to still struggle with the disorder.

If necessary, counseling alongside surgery is recommended by the Mayo Clinic to ensure that underlying causes of your struggle with Binge Eating Disorder are addressed. A nutritionist is also a great source of support when going through such a big dietary and lifestyle change. Joining eating disorder support groups can also be a great way to find a community of people struggling with Binge Eating Disorder.

Three specific types of therapy that can help with Binge Eating Disorder include:

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): This is an effective therapy for those suffering from depression. CBT focuses on thoughts that cause the depression and focuses on how to overcome these thoughts.

Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT): This is a solution to depression which focuses on how the patient’s interactions or lack of interaction with others around them may be causing issues in their life.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): This therapy option focuses primarily on high-risk, tough-to-treat patients, (such as those with suicidal behavior and borderline personality disorder), and focuses on changing thinking patterns in order to reduce depression.

If you have Binge Eating Disorder and are at a place where you know you have a problem, seeking help can add years to your life. Though you may feel guilty or like there is no coming back from this struggle, there are great resources available and it is never too late to make a change!

If you are considering bariatric surgery and need help with your diet, we offer nutritional guidance going into and out of surgery. Feel free to contact us at any time to schedule an over-the-phone consultation with one of our patient coordinators.

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